Requirements for using the new "unified labeling client" for AIP?

Question

Hi, I have some questions about the new labeling client for AIP.

I understand that the current classic client will be replaced with the unified labeling client starting this April.

• If we are currently using the classic client, will it be automatically updated to the unified labeling client from April 1, 2022? Or do we need to take some specific actions on our part to start using the unified labeling client?
• Does the P1 license cover the new client?

Thanks,

Miina

Answer 1

It wont be automatically upgraded:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/information-protection/configure-policy-migrate-labels

https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/security-compliance-and-identity/final-reminder-to-migrate-from-azure-information-protection/ba-p/2731734#Howtoupgrade

The license requirements are the same:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/office365/servicedescriptions/microsoft-365-service-descriptions/microsoft-365-tenantlevel-services-licensing-guidance/microsoft-365-security-compliance-licensing-guidance#which-licenses-provide-the-rights-for-a-user-to-benefit-from-the-service